The Wall Street Journal
What I Learned From 2008
Mickey Drexler, founder of Drexler Ventures and the former CEO of J.Crew, discusses how he navigated the clothing brand through the 2008 financial crisis alongside two founders who both started their companies during the last recession.
Curated Video
A2 English Listening Practice - Clothes and Fashion
This video serves as English listening comprehension practice for lower-level students. In this video, a native English speaker talks slowly and clearly about the topic of clothes and fashion. The subtitles are included at the bottom of...
Curated Video
Exploring Osaka: A Vibrant City of Opportunities
Join us on a captivating journey through the bustling city of Osaka, often regarded as the anti-capital of Japan. In this video, we uncover the rich cultural heritage, modern commercial hubs, and hidden gems that make Osaka a must-visit...
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IELTS Listening: How to Solve Matching Information Questions in Part 2
This is a video of Part 2 listening exercise for matching information. The speaker provides tips and strategies for understanding and identifying the correct answers. The exercise includes questions about changes in a town, such as why...
Bloomberg
Badgley Mischka Co-Founders Celebrate 30-Year Anniversary
Sep.11 -- Mark Badgley and James Mischka, co-founders of Badgley Mischka, talk with Bloomberg's Julie Hyman and Vonnie Quinn about the company's 30-year anniversary and the state of high-end retail on "Bloomberg Markets: European Close."
Bloomberg
Why Dillard's Is Being Targeted by Snow Park
Jul.31 -- Jeffrey Pierce, Snow Park Capital Partners managing partner, explains why real estate is key to unlocking value at Dillard's Inc. He speaks with Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg
What U.S. Retail Sales Data Says About Consumers
Aug. 12 -- Robert Burke, chief executive officer at Robert Burke Associates, discusses Nordstrom earnings, the challenges facing the retail industry and his outlook for the sector. He speaks to Bloomberg's Shery Ahn and Julie Hyman on...
Bridgeman Arts
Flower, seed and bird markets. Sites in Paris. France, 1957
Clip 9 from the French documentary 'Autour de Notre Dame', (Around Notre Dame) from 1957. Scenes from the flower markets of Paris, including shots of caged birds and animals for sale. Scenes by the River Seine and shots of sites such as...
Bloomberg
How Holiday Retail Sales Are Measuring Up So Far
Nov.26 -- Ken Perkins, Retail Metrics president, discusses the outlook for retail sales going into 2019. He speaks with Bloomberg's Vonnie Quinn on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg
Has Amazon Decimated Brick-and-Mortar Retail?
Dec. 24-- RBC Capital Markets Helima Croft and Strategic Resource Group Managing Director Burt Flickinger discuss their outlook for retail in 2015.
Bloomberg
Cowen & Co. Analyst Sees Disruption in Retail Stocks
Feb.06 -- John Kernan, research analyst at Cowen & Co., looks at what’s behind weakness in shares of retail brands and how the industry may be impacted by the policies of President Donald Trump. He speaks on "Bloomberg Daybreak:...
Bloomberg
PVH’s Chirico Sees Stronger Margins This Holiday Season
Dec.09 -- PVH Chairman and CEO Manny Chirico discusses promotional activity in the holiday season, his company’s relationship with Amazon and President-Elect Donald Trump’s impact on trade. He speaks with Julie Hyman and Scarlet Fu...
Bloomberg
L&B's Litt Says Hudson's Bay Should Redevelop Assets
Jun.22 -- Jonathan Litt, Land & Buildings Investment Management chief investment officer, explains why Hudson's Bay Co. should redevelop its assets. He speaks with Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg
Kohl's, TJX Highlight Ups and Downs of Retail Earnings
Aug.21 -- Kohl's Corp. shares fell following mixed second quarter results while a six percent increase in comparable sales pushed TJX Cos. shares higher. Bloomberg Intelligence's Poonam Goyal examines retail earnings reports on...
Bloomberg
Harrison: U.K. Consumers Carry On Post-Brexit
Nov.23 -- Rupert Harrison, chief macro strategist at BlackRock Multi-Asset Strategies, discusses how austerity fits into the autumn statement and looks at the economic support provided by U.K. consumers. He speaks on "Bloomberg...
Bloomberg
Gap Rallies After Posting Surprise Sales Gain
Jan.05 -- Bloomberg’s Matt Townsend and Poonam Goyal discuss Gap’s surprising sales gain for December, retail and the plight of malls. They speak on “What’d You Miss?â€
Bloomberg
Frank Magid Sees Apparel in Department Stores Struggling
Aug.10 -- Matt Sargent, senior vice president of retail at Frank Magid, discusses the state of the retail industry and how Amazon is impacting their business. He speaks on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia."
Bloomberg
U.S. Retail Sales Unexpectedly Post First Decline in Seven Months
Oct.16 -- U.S. retail sales posted an unexpected loss in September, suggesting consumers are starting to become shaky as the main engine of economic growth. Bloomberg's Michael McKee reports on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas."
Bloomberg
Fmr. Toys R US CEO Storch expects double digit holiday sales
Former Toys R US CEO Jerry Storch predicts double digit retail sales this holiday season despite inflation and supply chain concerns. Storch spoke with Bloomberg's David Westin on Bloomberg Television's "Wall Street Week."
Taped November...
Bloomberg
Culture Trumps All in Retail: Gould
Sept. 30 -- Former Bloomingdales Chief Executive Officer Michael Gould discusses what he believes is the greatest time for opportunity in retail and the importance of fostering relationships with the consumer. He speaks with Caroline...
Bloomberg
Japanese Retailers Look Overseas for Growth
Oct.12 -- Bloomberg Intelligence's Tom Jastrzab discusses the trends he's seeing in Japanese retailers. He speaks on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia."
Bloomberg
Department Stores Don’t Reflect Health of U.S. Consumer, UBS's Kane Says
Feb.26 -- Laura Kane, head of investment themes Americas at UBS, discusses the retail industry and the strength she sees in U.S. retail sales. She speaks on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas."
Bloomberg
Recreating Retail: Innovating the In-Store Experience
May 13 -- Alexis Maybank, co-founder at Gilt Groupe, talks about recreating the retail experience to attract customers and the brands that are getting it right. She speaks on "Bloomberg Markets."
Bloomberg
What Happened to U.S. Retailers?
May 13 -- Miller Tabak Retail Analyst Rick Snyder discusses the U.S. consumer, economy and retail sales. BlackRock Global Head of Fundamental Credit Jim Keenan also speaks on "Bloomberg Go."